Boyfriend on Demand

“I Pressed Play for Jisoo… and Ended Up Loving the Whole Drama”

Not bad at all! While the drama might have a few flaws, it really manages to hook the viewer. Not a single episode feels boring, which makes it a very enjoyable watch.

As for the acting, I really liked it. It wasn’t bad at all, and Jisoo did a great job—you can clearly see her improvement. There were many moments throughout the drama that I enjoyed, but my favorite one was in the last episode when Seo In Guk's character gets injured. Jisoo’s reaction there was both cute and funny at the same time, and it made the scene even more memorable.

Overall, I strongly recommend watching this drama because it’s entertaining and keeps you engaged from beginning to end. It definitely won’t let you down.

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Brilliant cameos!

This is a light and sweet story. I felt that the actors all did a good job, except for Ji Soo in her crying scene toward the end. Granted, it might be played for laughs.

The idea of escaping reality for a man that loves you regardless (one of the characters said the "HAVE TO" love you) was interesting. The alternate reality scenes were beautifully filmed.

Ji Soo's character was getting on my nerves, being unable to start a real relationship, because she was afraid for the end of it. Has she not heard "It's better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all?"

My favorite episode was 7, when we got to hear the ML's thoughts and how he came to like her.

Seo In Guk never disappoints. Him playing two parts was bonus for me.

Sure, there were things that made absolutely no sense - how was the fake boyfriend able to send mail and call?

But if you want a break from heavier dramas, this is a great palate cleanser.

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A Surprisingly Fun Ride Despite the Hype-Busters

I went into Boyfriend on Demand with zero expectations—honestly, the negative reviews had me braced for a flop. But what can I say? I'm weak for handsome men (Seo In Guk, Chef's kiss), and this light, breezy K-drama hooked me right away. It's the perfect guilty-pleasure watch: fluffy rom-com vibes with just enough heart to keep you smiling through the episodes.

It's packed with those classic K-drama tropes—awkward meet-cutes, over-the-top misunderstandings, and swoon-worthy chemistry—but it shines in quieter moments. What elevated it for me were the honest discussions on relationship struggles, like how people change (or don't) over time, the fear of losing yourself in love, and navigating modern dating chaos. These bits felt surprisingly real amid the silliness, sparking some "aha" moments without getting preachy.

Acting-wise, the leads nail the charm offensive, and the supporting cast delivers comic gold. Visually, it's all glossy Seoul aesthetics and cute outfits—pure escapism.

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Female Lead Gets Lost In The Noise

My 4 categories are Acting/Cast, Writing, Direction/SFX/Music, Entertainment Value.

I wasn’t expecting this drama to be good. I was just excited for all the cameos.

Acting/Cast: The cameos are awesome. I was really missing Seo Kang Jun (서강준) once he left the drama. I didn’t really have an issue with the male lead (played by Seo In Guk/서인국 ) – who is a hit or miss actor for me. However, the female lead (played by Ji Soo/지수) disappointed me. I don’t know if it’s an acting issue or a directing issue, but she just looked confused the entire drama. I had a hard time connecting with her character because of her lack of emotional range. I’ve seen Snowdrop and Ji Soo does great in that drama (which has an extremely intense story), so I’m not sure what went wrong here. I enjoyed the rest of the characters and their casting. None of the characters felt like an extra, as if they're just there to push the story along for the leads. They all felt like unique and realistic people, which was refreshing and added a certain charm to the drama. 6.5/10

Writing: I liked the direction of the first half of the drama. With each episode, I was enjoying the story more and more. I think it was a good idea to show the events strictly from the female lead’s perspective. That way, when the male lead suddenly changes, we’re just as shocked as she is – it helps us to connect with her and how she’s feeling. However, this is the only time we are really able to do that. Her character seems so inconsistent, confused, and almost like a side character for most of the drama. I do like the healing aspect of the drama though. I think that concept was shown well through the writing – such as how the VR boyfriend experience is a way for her to come to terms with the loss of her previous relationship. There’s a part towards the end of the drama where that trauma is brought clearly into focus and I found it very relatable. I feel as though the writers really understood what someone goes through mentally and emotionally after experiencing something like that. Unfortunately, the second half of the drama is a bit all over the place. The VR plot point isn’t even really that important anymore. It splits time between multiple side character storylines that aren’t too important either. I was wondering if the drama would get into more of the psychological and ethical aspects of the VR dating. It seemed like it would because the VR AIs act like drug dealers trying to get people addicted by exploiting their loneliness so they’ll keep giving the company money. Unfortunately, it really doesn’t get too much into it aside from briefly mentioning it. So in the beginning, the VR company comes across as being creepy and manipulative (which was actually pretty entertaining as it could have gotten pretty dark and psychological), but the writers seemed to change course on this concept by the end of the drama and instead made everything all rainbows and butterflies. 3.5/10         

Direction/SFX/Music: The pacing is interesting. I felt like the story was only finally set up halfway through the drama (5 episodes in), but then it changes course and I had no idea where the story was going. There’s some dragging during the second half. Then, we hit the typical Noble Idiocy segment with just 2 episodes left and it easily solves itself and wraps up very quickly. Excluding the direction, I don’t really have any more complaints in this category. 4/10 

Entertainment Value: Despite my issues with the drama, it kept my attention all the way to the end. The female lead is frustrating at times. Also, the Noble Idiocy point immediately annoyed me as it always seems like a forced conflict. Fortunately, it plays out a bit differently and doesn’t last very long. I think the ending is too idealistic – too feel-good – so that caused a disconnect for me. I feel as though the plot is lacking substance, especially in regards to VR dating and its potential problems. 4.5/10

Overall, I gave this drama a 4.5/10 (4 or higher is ‘enjoyable enough for a watch’ on my scale). I like the healing element of the drama. It is relatable and insightful. However, the female lead doesn’t feel like a very strong character – she seems to kind of just blend into the background. Seo Kang Jun is easily the highlight of the drama.

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literally surpassed my wildest dreams ?

This was just so much fun to watch!
I started it to watch in-between another show which was high on my watch list, but in the end I ran to this first!
I think above all they cast this perfectly💪🏻I mean I seriously do not believe Seo Kang Jun is real anyway, so playing an AI was perfect and their chemistry was next level! But her final choice, yeah he was perfect, it was the bottle tops on lined up bottles that did it for me 💯 and the complete green flag of a man and his AI to spice it up was a bonus!
It started out just cringingly wonderful, with each of these lovely men and honestly I was happy there, but her story was really nicely done, they pitched that perfectly, it was clean, simple and you could relate to this deeper and unexpected layer.
The comedy was on point and i howled at her new found athletic prowess ⛸️🥷
The office family, her friend, the AI sidekicks all added to the fun of this drama, we were spoilt as viewers.
I was left wanting more but at the same time I’m glad they didn’t distract from what for me was a simple, original piece of Romcom heaven.
I hoped it would be good, it surpassed my wildest dreams…literally 🤭

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Lots of potential, Bad Execution

This isn't bad bad drama or anything. It is actually the most easygoing k-drama I have ever watched. It almost felt a little bit TOO easygoing I'm not gonna lie (but I think that's just because I'm used to watching dramas that piss me off 24/7 lolll). The pacing of this drama is really weird. For example, when the ML confesses it was really awful timing and felt very unauthentic because he had shown no direct interest in her previously. Also, I feel like they could have done more with the plot. The potential was there and the whole idea of virtual dating is really new and refreshing to see in a k-drama. but they didn't have much comparison between the two. It just felt like the FL did one thing and then the other instead of going back and forth between the two, which would have added more emotional and psychological depth (something the drama lacks). The first 4 or so episodes don't add any depth between the leads at all. It just showed the FL going from virtual bf to virtual bf and didn't show the FL and ML together as much as it should/could have. I wish there more more emotional conflicts then just "I like you but i'm scared to get with you because I don't want you to change and then we break up." It was mentioned a lot in the show and began to feel repetitive because that was essentially the main conflict within the whole show. I feel like then could've added more of a comparison between virtual dating and dating IRL. They did, but it should've been more because as I said earlier it would've added more depth. I only kept watching just to see how it was going to end, not because I was seriously engaged like how I am with other dramas. Besides, I knew that they were going to end up together in the end anyways. Also.,I feel like the first 2 episodes were good, but then around episode 4, it started to just make me think "okay so it's been 4 episodes and no romantic tension between the leads at all." Another thing, I feel like they could have made them ACTUAL enemies rather then him just pissing her off because he, unbeknownst to her (and the audience) likes her and she just gets easily irritated (low-key real tho). The casting is pretty good too. Although, I'm not gonna lie, the only reason I watched it is to see Lee Soo-Hyuk lolll, And at first, I just thought it was going to be a dump of a lot of famous people and not even be that good and sadly, I was kinda right. I'm not saying it's TERRIBLE, but it's definitely not the BEST drama I have ever watched. Definitely just something you watch to pass time.

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Boyfriend on Demand: 3/09/2026 ~ 3/11/2026

I think the concept of this show is really unique and I love the way it was done. Especially cause recently dramas have felt like carbon copies of each other. Anyways the whole virtual reality was cute and honestly really cool to see a character who isn’t supposed to care about love fall victim to it. I also like how even though she knew it was a problem she still kept going back. Now for the lil plot point if the ML, that’s was amazing and usually I would find it corny but it was perfect. I’m also just a sucker for down bad MLs, like yes please that’s all I want in life. The romance was also really good and it was really fun and cute to see even though it too forever to take place between the actual main characters. However given the context of this show I think it is what allowed it to work and not feel like it was dragging out as much as it did.

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Boyfriend on Demand is one of those K-dramas that doesn’t try to reinvent the genre, but instead focuses on delivering an entertaining and easy-to-watch experience. With a modern premise centered around digital relationships, the series hooks you from the start with its concept: an app that lets you have your “ideal boyfriend.”

And I have to say it… the virtual boyfriend app is really cool . The design, the interface, and the way this digital world is portrayed are quite well done. On top of that, the settings are absolutely beautiful, with a carefully crafted aesthetic that makes every scene visually pleasing.

The story also touches on interesting themes like loneliness and the idealization of love, although it doesn’t go too deep into them. That said, the drama is full of clichés from beginning to end, predictable situations and twists you can see coming… but somehow, they don’t feel too annoying if you go in expecting something light.

The performances do their job well, and the chemistry between the leads works nicely. But to be completely honest… I mainly watched this drama because of my beloved Seo In-guk, and I don’t regret it . His presence always adds something special and makes the experience even more enjoyable.

As for the pacing, it’s quite smooth and perfect for unwinding. It’s not a life-changing drama, but it’s definitely one that keeps you company and gives you some sweet moments.

Overall, Boyfriend on Demand is a light, visually appealing K-drama full of clichés, ideal for relaxing… especially if, like me, you have a soft spot for Seo In-guk .

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We all watch it because of the eye candies/ favorite actor/actress

I'm 100% sure we watched it because these actors/actresses that were in this drama: Seo In Guk , Gong Min Jung , Jo Han Chul , Ko Kyu Pil , Yoo Hyun Woo, Lee Soo Hyuk , Yoo In Na , Lee Jae Wook , Kim Young Dae , and Yang Hong Seok. I did not like any of the AI short mini-stories. It was very cringy. I skipped the majority of the show just to see the actor/actress I mentioned before. I swear I didn't think I would hit a new low just to see these actors and actresses. I guess this is like saying to embrace AI but keep in touch with your humanity. look idk i'm not a philosopher. If there is anything to say is that AI boyfriend and girlfriend is a thing now. I don't care if you date AI, it's your thing, and it's none of my business if people have a preference to date AI, it's their choice. I honestly don't know if this drama had a plot because I didn't feel it, but i did see the message btw this is just my assumption i can be wrong, but I'm just telling you my opinion. This drama felt like a support on using AI, because of the character who did AI plagiarism just had a slap on the arm.

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It does what it’s supposed to

A drama that falls in the category of “guilty pleasure” for me. The story is kinda predictable, but it’s made well enough to do what it’s supposed to: giving you some butterflies and relieve stress. There’s not much commentary about the implications of such invasive virtual experiences, but it’s not the drama for it. Jisoo, as much as she achieved such leading roles due to her status, she’s not bad. Her acting is a bit stiff at times, a bit scholastic, but she’s not terrible at all. She deserved the main lead role? I’m sure there were more navigated actresses that deserved it. Was she bad? Not at all, as I said she’s still a rookie and it shows, but she’s not as terrible as some say. I think she embodied the character pretty well, she was cute and easy to cheer for.
The series is obviously carried by the amount of budget put into it with aesthetically pleasing scenes, a carousel of super famous male actors, but it’s genuine in being what it is. It doesn’t want to be deep or serious, it reminds me of an upgraded version of Love Alarm. It’s cheesy but in a gratifying way. It moves a couple of strings that many can relate to like leading a stressful life and the need to feel something… Not groundbreaking but a pleasing watch overall.

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Yall saying this is not.... you're wrong.

Listen, I will always respect erroneous opinions. But this drama brought me (and thousands of X users) back to the binge-watching K-drama life!

For the first time in years, I finished a drama in less than three days. I don't know what y’all watched, or why you're saying the acting was bad or that there was no chemistry, because OMG my soul left my body several times watching this. I laughed out loud, I felt nervous, and I even felt pretty myself—if that makes any sense. Let me tell you, I was the first to feel disappointed when I found out what this drama was about. What do you mean AI-created boys you date in a virtual game?
I also wasn't sure about the Seo In‑guk and Jisoo pairing, but I found myself hyping them up as if my life depended on it.
I'm 27 years old—why am I crying over this beautiful tall man who yearns every time he breathes?

Seo In‑guk redefines longing—the waiting, the hope. I've never felt more desperate for a character to be loved. Jisoo's acting felt so natural that some of y’all are calling her weird and plain. Girl can act, and she has this drama to prove it. Their chemistry was overwhelming. At times I literally paused the show just to thank myself for giving this a chance.

After I finished Boyfriend on Demand, I remembered why it's so hard for me to find a boyfriend in real life: the standards, baby.
-Rom-coms are back.
-Longing, yearning, one-sided beef.
-He fell first. He fell harder.
-Not your typical boring clichés.

And more objectively speaking, Boyfriend on Demand is a fantasy rom-com. Don’t come here expecting an incredible storyline—there’s nothing life-changing about it. It’s simply an enjoyable drama: funny, romantic, and full of cameos that, honestly, are the least important part.

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Dating Game

The concept of an extremely advanced holodeck-esque dating simulation subscription game in the modern capitalistic society is the hook of the series as well as the most interesting part though this being a light rom-com rather than Black Mirror means the surrounding ethical implications are on the periphery, maybe even paid lip service to, but sadly not explored. The female lead Mi Rae knows that the pricing tiers are exploitative, but rationalizes herself into subscribing anyways.

Like anything, you can do so with your free will and it won't be unhealthy if you can set boundaries for yourself, but with all the very real psychosis triggered in real life by relying on an disembodied chatbot, an utterly realistic one that's virtually undistinguishable from real life is the slipperiest of slopes. The virtual boyfriend Eun Ho was the most realistic of the bunch, rebuffing the player enough as a simulacrum of sentience and they way he's emotionally upset when the player wants to leave or end subscription is so insidious. The realistic food which includes taste and texture sounds amazing, but I could see how it may be misused as a replacement for actually eating. There's a lot of pit falls and perhaps if this game really did exist in the real world, the solution it would use would be similar to the ones printed on cigarettes with warnings about potential triggers for mental health issues. It was fun how Mi Rae's friend Ji Yeon speed runs the game, a spin off showing exactly how she solves all 901 boyfriends would be amazing.

Gyeong Nam is neurodivergent coded and Seo In Guk plays the subtle personality differences between Gyeong Nam and his virtual counterpart Yeong Il very well, easily differentiating them beyond hair color, glasses, and fashion. He and Jisoo as Gyeong Nam and Mi Rae doesn't have fiery chemistry, but the writing is understandable enough as to why the characters would be drawn to each other. Jisoo's acting is serviceable, she just hasn't found that break through to the next level yet. It's not as noticeable a lot of the times because Gyeong Nam has a low key personality, but in the scenes when those emotions come through, their acting levels are pointedly night and day. The author Yun Song fully prefers to keep her month to month subscription game boyfriend which the show presents as a happy ending for her without comment or caveats. Mi Rae lets go of her customized virtual boyfriend to be with her real life dream man. It's kind of weird the show wants it both ways instead of having a strong stance even as a romcom. They seem afraid to be alienating the future virtual AI boyfriend having audience.

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